Avandia© and Actos© are medications which were developed to treat type 2 diabetes. Doctors prescribe these drugs because they boost the body’s insulin sensitivity, which lowers a patient’s blood sugar. However, these medications have been linked to some troubling side effects. If you are diabetic, and have experienced any of the serious problems linked to taking Avandia© and Actos©, then you may be entitled to compensation.
Avandia©
Avandia© is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline. In studies, Avandia© has been linked to:
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Congestive Heart Failure
- And in some cases, Death
These serious side effects can appear while a patient is taking Avandia, or within a year after the patient stopped taking the drug.
Actos©
Actos© is manufactured by Takeda Pharmaceuticals. The FDA has stated that there may be an increased chance of having bladder cancer while taking Actos©. The FDA has said:
- That you should not take Actos© if you are being treated for bladder cancer
- That you should contact your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of bladder cancer, including blood or red color in the urine, pain in the lower back or abdomen, and an urgent need to urinate or pain while urinating.
- That you should review the guide that comes with Actos© medications, which explains the risks of taking the drug
- That you should talk to your doctor if you have any questions about Actos©
- And finally, that you report any side effects you experience while taking Actos© to the FDA MedWatch program.
What You Can Do
If you or a family member is diabetic and have experienced the dangerous side effects linked to Avandia© or Actos©, then it is important to act quickly to protect your rights. The law firm of O’Connor, Acciani & Levy Co., LPA is dedicated to seeking justice for patients harmed by dangerous products. O’Connor, Acciani & Levy fights to hold big companies responsible for their actions. Call 513-842-9029, or toll free at 877-288-3241 for a Free Consultation.
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